Joseph H. Falk
September 30, 1939 ~ December 18, 2020
Joseph H. Falk, 81, of Princeton, Illinois was welcomed home to Heaven on Friday, December 18, 2020 at OSF HealthCare St. Anthony Medical Center, Rockford, Illinois.
Cremation rites will be accorded and a celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 1:00 pm at Heritage Christian Center, Ottawa, IL.
Joe was born September 30, 1939 in West Newton, Pennsylvania the son of Carl and Alice (Pemberton) Falk.
He married Karen Bohrer on September 26, 1964 in Weirton, West Virginia at the Methodist Church. They shared 56 years together. She survives in Princeton.
Also surviving are 3 children: Joseph H. Falk, II of Weirton, West Virgina, Jeanine (Tyler Thompson) Dressler of Princeton, Illinois, and Jason Falk of Princeton, Illinois; 8 grandchilden: Haley (Andrew) Whitlock, Justin (Megan) Dressler, Emily Falk, Brandon (Alyssa Pena) Dressler, Jalen (Kayla Greeson) Dressler, Daniel Stockton, Ashley Falk, and Jackson Dressler; 5 great-grandchildren: Parker, Anden, Gabriel, Emmett, and Avery; two sisters: Carla (Rick) Yacoviello, and Cathy (John) Greathouse; one brother, Carl (Dorothy) Falk; and one sister-in law, Joni Falk.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and several brothers and sisters.
Joe began his career at J & L Steel in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania and then moved to Illinois in 1985 continuing his career with LTV Steel in Hennepin. He worked in the steel mills for over 50 years.
Joe attended Heritage Christian Center in Ottawa, Illinois. His life was devoted to Christ and it was his greatest joy to bring others to Jesus and worship God.
He was an avid Steelers fan, enjoyed cars and motorcylcles, and he cherished spending time with his family.
Memorials may be directed to Heritage Christian Center in Ottawa, Illinois or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Online condolences may be sent to www.grant-johnsonfh.com.
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I’m so sorry for your loss . Prayers are with you Karen and your Family.
So sorry to hear of your husbands passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss Karen, you and the family will be in my prayers
Karen and family, Pat and I are so sorry to hear about Joe’s passing. We transferred to the Hennepin plant the year after you and Joe. You and Joe’s gracious friendship over the years is something that we treasure. He was a highly respected member of the Hennepin workforce and Princeton community. He will be missed by all how knew him.
Prayers to you and your family. So sorry for your loss. Treasure the memories.
Love you honey. God Bless
Uncle Joe I am going to miss your smiling face. I am so happy that it hadn’t been that long ago that we all shared Thanksgiving together. You are a good man who loves the Lord and now the Lord has trumpeted you home to be with him. You are in a much better place than we. You are an Angel now looking over all of us; especially your family. What a awesome way to be received home. Uncle Joe I weep because I won’t be able to see you anymore, but I weep because I am so happy you are not suffering. You are so missed already.
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I worked with Joe for many years at the mill. He always had a smile on his face and was a pleasure to work with. His positive attitude and outward friendship were contagious. He will be missed. God bless all of the family. You are in my prayers.
Oh Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you sympathy ands hugs.
Joe was a neighbor of mine growing up, I was friends with two of his children. Joe was a very kind, gentle speaking man. Him and his family took me to church with them all the time. Spending time with Joe and his family. Really taught me what it was like , to have a real family. And how caring & loving you should be. God has gained a wonderful man. God bless you Joe.ðŸ™ðŸ™
Many prayers sent to you and your family during this difficult time . Love you always Karen. Hugs and love sent !
Love Melissa
So sorry for your loss Karen, Joes was such a precious soul. He was such an encourager and always had an uplifting smile for anyone who crossed his path. I am sure Joe is enjoying his new home in heaven, and I look forward someday to see him again. We’ll done good and faithful servant Joe.